EmploymentQuestion 1024 of 1605
Which employer action is most likely to unintentionally weaken the at-will presumption and create an implied promise of continued employment?
a.Telling employees repeatedly that they will 'have a job here as long as they do good work'
b.Requiring new hires to sign an at-will acknowledgment
c.Stating clearly in the handbook that employment is at-will
d.Keeping employment terms silent
Explanation
Repeated oral assurances of job security, longevity, promotions, and consistent good reviews can create an implied-in-fact contract that limits at-will termination to good cause. Employers preserve at-will status by using clear written disclaimers and avoiding promises of continued employment.
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